Length of Program

Employment

Debt

Median debt from federal loans:

$0

Median debt from private educational loans:

$0

Median debt from institution financing plan:

$0

Job Placement

% Job Placement of Graduates

N/A

Work Environment

Medical Assistants work in a variety of medical centers including blood banks, cancer centers, surgical centers, hospitals, medical laboratories, medical offices and specialty clinics. Some MAs are eligible to work in school districts alongside the school nurse.

Potential Job Titles

Medical Office Specialist

Medical Office Assistant

Medical Assistant

ECG Technician

Phlebotomy Technician

Educator

Salary Data

Average Wage: $9.26/hour

Top Earners: $14.00/hour

Program Application /Admission Requirements

Program applications are available from Medical Assisting faculty and will be discussed and completed during advisement prior to registration. Please contact the Program office at (956) 872-3018 for additional information or appointment with program faculty.

Program Admission Requirements

All applicants must meet general admission requirements to South Texas College.